Kenmore owners in Goldsboro usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Dishwashers Near Goldsboro
14 repair companies serve Goldsboro from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in Goldsboro itself, and the rest are spread across Smithfield (2), Dudley (1), and Mt Olive (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: Quality Appliance Services Inc, around 1.6 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Goldsboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 1.7, 4.7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
At the top of the Goldsboro list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.7 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Perry's Refrigeration (7.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Highland Appliance (21.7 miles away, based in Kinston, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Signs Your Kenmore Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore Dishwashers
- Clean stainless exteriors with a damp sponge and a little dish soap, wiping with the grain and using stainless cleaner sparingly. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
- Once a month, run a normal cycle in the empty dishwasher with a bowl of about half a cup of white vinegar on the upper rack. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Goldsboro, NC
Most dishwasher calls in Goldsboro come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Goldsboro
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Goldsboro, NC
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What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Goldsboro
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Goldsboro
Kenmore dishwasher repair for Mount Olive is handled by the same companies listed for Goldsboro. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Kenmore dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Goldsboro technician bring the right parts.